Department Head

Explore more jobs; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Explore more jobs in Kuwait seeks a Department Head to lead and oversee planning, execution, and growth of specialized engineering projects in firefighting and mechanical systems.

The role reports to the General Manager, driving business development, ensuring KFF regulatory compliance, and strengthening client relationships through strategic leadership and operational excellence in the Kuwait market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is mandatory.
• 15+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years in Kuwait.
• Strong background in firefighting systems and Kuwait's engineering market.
• Proven track record in sales, business development, and client relationship management.
• Hands-on experience dealing with Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) and related authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams and lead departmental operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee planning, execution, and growth of specialized engineering projects.
• Drive business development and ensure regulatory compliance with KFF.
• Strengthen client relationships and provide strategic leadership to the department.
• Report to the General Manager and manage departmental operations.

Skills

Leadership

Sales & Business Development

Project Management

Team Management

Kuwait Market Knowledge

Fire Protection Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Industry Fire Protection and HVAC Engineering

About The Client

A leading engineering and contracting company in Kuwait, recognized for delivering innovative solutions across mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems. With a strong presence in the Kuwait market, the group has built a reputation for excellence, compliance with local authorities, and long-term client partnerships. Guided by a commitment to quality and safety, the organization continues to drive growth through specialized projects and trusted expertise.

About The Role

The position will lead and oversee the planning, execution, and growth of specialized engineering projects and is pivotal in driving business development, ensuring compliance with Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) regulations, and strengthening client relationships. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Department Head will provide strategic leadership, manage departmental operations, and deliver innovative firefighting and engineering solutions tailored to the Kuwait market.

Skills

About You

An ideal candidate would have the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in Kuwait.
• Strong background in firefighting systems and knowledge of Kuwait's engineering market.
• Proven track record in sales, business development, and client relationship management.
• Hands‑on experience dealing with the Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) and related authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, lead departmental operations, and deliver results.